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Language: KannadaGenre: Drama, Anthology, Philosophical FictionAge Rating: U/A Amidst a world of fast-paced narratives and overstimulated storytelling, Sees Kaddi walks a quieter path. Rooted in Kannada culture and philosophical depth, this emotionally layered film explores storytelling not as a linear plot, but as a reflection of self-discovery, loss, and longing. Anchored by a writer’s internal conflict and shaped through interactions with a former harikatha performer turned security guard, Sees Kaddi transforms into a cinematic canvas painted with memories, musings, and myth-inspired metaphors. Plot: Stories That Reflect Life and Heal the Soul Sees Kaddi begins with a writer locked in a…

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Language: HindiGenre: Slice-of-life, DramaAge Rating: U/APlatform: MX Player In a content landscape flooded with fast-paced thrillers and dystopian dramas, Lafangey arrives as a refreshing, soulful take on youth, ambition, and the complexities of middle-class Indian life. Co-directed by Prem Mistry and Abhishek Yadav, this six-episode MX Player original brings together nostalgia, realism, and emotional warmth in a way that’s hard to ignore. Plot: When Dreams Clash with Reality Set in the bustling locality of Noida, Lafangey follows the intertwined journeys of three childhood friends — Chaitanya aka Chatty (Anud Singh Dhaka), Kamlesh aka Kammo (Harsh Beniwal), and Rohan aka Ronnie…

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Language: KannadaGenre: Action, Drama, Emotional ThrillerAge Rating: A (Adult) Set in the rustic 1980s backdrop, Maadeva plunges into the life of a hardened hangman whose heart beats with neither joy nor guilt. Directed with a raw, unfiltered lens, the film is a brutal exploration of trauma, redemption, and emotional reckoning, all wrapped in a gritty action-packed narrative. Plot: The Silent Executioner’s Dilemma Vinod Prabhakar plays Maadeva, a silent executioner with a soul burdened by personal trauma and years of emotional detachment. His introduction is unsettling — calmly hanging a prisoner and then eating biryani by the gallows, painting a grim…

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Language: MalayalamGenre: Legal Drama, Social CommentaryAge Rating: U/AReleased in Theatres: May 31, 2025 In this Abhyanthara Kuttavali movie review, we delve into a socially provocative film that challenges stereotypical gender narratives by focusing on the other side of marital disputes — where not all women are victims and not all men are villains. Directed by Sethunath Padmakumar, this courtroom drama spotlights a less-discussed reality, making it both timely and thought-provoking. Plot: When Dreams Turn to Legal Nightmares Sahadevan, a temporary government employee, is overjoyed to marry the woman he loves. However, his dreams of a blissful marriage come crashing down…

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Language: GujaratiGenre: Crime, Drama, ThrillerAge Rating: U/A In this Shubhchintak movie review, we dive into a daring revenge drama that pushes the boundaries of Gujarati cinema. With a web of secrets, betrayal, emotional turmoil, and an engaging honeytrap scheme, Shubhchintak is not just a thriller — it’s a bold cinematic experiment with heart and social relevance. Plot: A Game of Deceit and Justice The story revolves around Meghana, Jignesh, and Tamanna — three ordinary people bound by a shared tragedy caused by the corrupt businessman Dhananjay. United by grief and driven by a thirst for justice, they craft a meticulously…

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Language: TamilGenre: Drama, Social Thriller, RevengeAge Rating: U/A In this Peranbum Perungobamum movie review, we delve into a gritty narrative where caste-based oppression, personal grief, and a deep thirst for justice collide in a story as disturbing as it is thought-provoking. Directed by S. Sivaprakash, the film dares to tackle India’s entrenched caste system through a slow-burning revenge drama wrapped in personal trauma and political hypocrisy. Plot: When Justice is Too Late, Revenge Takes Over The film follows nurse Jeeva (Vijith Bachan), a man haunted by a violent past rooted in caste-based discrimination. Years after surviving the brutalities that shattered…

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Language: TamilGenre: Supernatural Drama, Mystery, Rural ConflictAge Rating: U/AReleased in Theatres: June 5, 2025 In this Paramasivan Fathima movie review, we explore a film that attempts to merge interfaith tensions, village politics, and ghostly vengeance into a single narrative. Directed by Esakki Karvannan, who also stars as the investigating police officer, the film begins with promise but quickly unravels into a muddled mix of social commentary and supernatural theatrics. Plot: When the Past Haunts the Present—Literally Set in two neighboring villages—Subramaniapuram (predominantly Hindu) and Yokopuram (largely Christian)—the story kicks off with a series of murders on wedding nights that stir…

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Language: HindiGenre: Thriller, Drama, Social RealismAge Rating: U/AReleased in Theatres: June 4, 2025 In this Stolen movie review, we break down how debutant director Karan Tejpal delivers a compact yet emotionally charged thriller that grips you with its realism and tension. With standout performances by Abhishek Banerjee, Shubham Vardhan, and Mia Maelzer, Stolen succeeds in telling a raw, powerful story without ever slipping into overstatement. Plot: One Night, One Crime, Endless Consequences Set against the haunting backdrop of a small-town railway station in Rajasthan, Stolen unravels over a single night. What begins as a routine reunion between two brothers quickly…

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Release Date: June 5, 2025Language: TamilAge Rating: U/AGenre: Gangster Drama, Action, Crime Thriller Plot: A Tale of Brotherhood, Betrayal, and Bloodlines In Thug Life, legendary director Mani Ratnam crafts a compelling underworld saga that revolves around the volatile bond between two gangsters—Rangaraya Sakthivel (Kamal Haasan) and his protégé-turned-heir Amar (Silambarasan). Set in the darker corners of New Delhi’s crime web, the story begins when Sakthivel adopts a young Amar after a tragic loss. Together, they rise through the ranks of organized crime. But when Sakthivel is imprisoned for two years, Amar assumes command. Upon his release, Sakthivel finds the balance…

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Language: HindiGenre: Comedy, Mystery, Family EntertainerAge Rating: U/AReleased in Theatres: June 6, 2025 Housefull 5 brings back the franchise’s signature blend of laughter, misunderstandings, and multi-character mayhem — this time, with a twisty murder mystery set on a luxurious cruise. With Akshay Kumar at the helm and a 12-member ensemble, the film delivers a vibrant cinematic escape packed with glamour, drama, and plenty of comic chaos. Two Versions, Double the Twists In a unique move, Housefull 5 has been released in two different versions, each with a different climax. Depending on the theatre or region, audiences get to witness alternate…

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